Gretchen Walsh Shatters 100m Butterfly World Record Twice in One Day
Gretchen Walsh Shatters 100m Butterfly World Record Twice in One Day
American swimmer Gretchen Walsh has made waves in the swimming world by breaking the world record in the 100m butterfly twice in a single day at the TYR Pro Swim Series held at the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center on May 3.
In a remarkable display of talent and determination, Walsh first set the world record during her morning prelim swim, clocking in at an astonishing 55.09 seconds. This impressive time eclipsed her previous world record of 55.18 seconds, which she established at the US Olympic Team Trials last year.
Later that day, in the finals, Walsh not only defended her title but also made history by becoming the first woman ever to swim the 100m butterfly in under 55 seconds. She completed the race with a jaw-dropping time of 54.60 seconds, solidifying her status as one of the sport’s elite athletes.
Walsh concluded the meet on a high note, securing her fourth gold medal by winning the 50 Free with a time of 24.33 seconds—marking the fastest time in the world this year.
With her record-breaking performances, Gretchen Walsh has undeniably made her mark on the world of competitive swimming, inspiring many and setting the bar for future athletes.
